Officials from NYC DDC, the city-run capital projects developers, say the Shirley Chisholm Recreational Center will include a half-Olympic size swimming pool, basketball courts with an elevated ...

When I’m in Shirley Chisholm State Park, I think of the care that went into creating it, a 30-year transformation process. The process involved closing two massive landfills, forging agreements ...

Forest Lawn Cemetery reveals statue of Shirley Chisholm, honoring her legacy as the first Black congresswoman. Artist Julia Bottoms draws inspiration from Chisholm.

Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress. She was known for supporting civil rights and women's rights.

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted “The Chisholm Effect,” an event at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum that brought civil leaders together to honor the life and legacy of Congresswoman ...

Learn how America's first Black congresswoman broke barriers and ran for president against all odds. Shirley Chisholm championed the needs of low-income families by expanding food assistance ...

An exhibit exploring the life and work of Shirley Chisholm offers visitors a chance to operate a 1972 voting booth.

Juanita Tolliver's book "A More Perfect Party: The Night Shirley Chisholm and Diahann Carroll Reshaped Politics" is out now.

A SNOWY OWL was spotted recently in Shirley Chisholm State Park, fascinating local bird-watchers and enthusiasts.